Barratt Redrow launches 168‑unit Gardenia Collection near Colindale station
One‑bedroom homes start at £355,000 and the block includes a gym, sauna, steam room and 24‑hour concierge
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Barratt Redrow announced on 29 July 2026 that the Gardenia Collection has been added to the Colindale Gardens site in the Colindale neighbourhood. The new block contains 168 private apartments ranging from one to three bedrooms. The development sits a short walk from Colindale Underground Station on the Northern Line, giving residents a roughly 22‑minute journey to King’s Cross St Pancras.
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The developer said the collection offers a mix of one‑, two‑ and three‑bedroom homes. Prices for a one‑bedroom start at £355,000, while larger units are priced higher, though exact figures were not disclosed. All homes include an outdoor space and some include allocated parking.
On‑site facilities
Barratt Redrow listed a gym, sauna, steam room and a 24‑hour concierge service as part of the block’s amenities. The concierge desk also provides secure parcel storage for residents. The developer highlighted that the building’s location offers private landscaped gardens and upper‑floor views toward Wembley.
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“The Gardenia Collection will not only offer residents the opportunity to move into an established development with a strong existing community but will also provide the benefit of living in an excellent location within the development.”
Yolanda Jacob-Foster, director of sales and marketing, Barratt London
Wider regeneration context
The launch forms part of the broader Colindale Gardens regeneration scheme, which aims to deliver new housing alongside transport upgrades, green spaces and community facilities. The wider project provides nine acres of open space, an orchard garden, a park with a woodland adventure gym and a new on‑site primary school. Local shops, cafés and restaurants are also within walking distance.
Questions this report answers
+How many apartments are included in the Gardenia Collection?
The Gardenia Collection adds 168 apartments to the Colindale Gardens site. The units are a mix of one, two and three bedrooms, providing a range of options for prospective residents.
+What is the starting price for a one‑bedroom home?
One‑bedroom apartments in the new block are priced from £355,000, according to Barratt Redrow. This price point is the entry level for the development, with larger homes priced higher.
+Which amenities are provided in the new block?
The building includes a gym, sauna, steam room and a 24‑hour concierge service with secure parcel storage. Residents also benefit from private landscaped gardens and outdoor space attached to each unit.
+How does the Gardenia Collection fit into the wider Colindale regeneration?
The launch is part of the larger Colindale Gardens regeneration plan, which seeks to add new housing, improve transport links, create nine acres of green space and deliver community facilities such as a primary school and local retail.
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